Chef·fe de Projets Technique - Field Support Team

Job Posting Organization:
Action contre la Faim (ACF) is an international non-governmental organization established in 1979, dedicated to combating hunger worldwide. With a mission to save lives by eliminating hunger through prevention, detection, and treatment of undernutrition, particularly in emergency situations related to conflicts and natural disasters, ACF operates in nearly 60 countries and has assisted over 21 million people in 2023 alone. The organization is guided by its humanitarian principles of independence, neutrality, non-discrimination, direct access to victims, professionalism, and transparency, which have shaped its identity for over 45 years. ACF coordinates its programs across seven key areas: Nutrition and Health, Mental Health and psychosocial-support" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Psychosocial Support, security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">Food Security and Livelihoods, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, Advocacy, Climate, and Research. More information can be found on their website at www.actioncontrelafaim.org.

Job Overview:
The position of Chef·fe de Projets Technique - Field Support Team is situated within the Emergency Delegated Directorate of Action contre la Faim. The primary role involves defining and implementing the 'Field Support Team' project, as well as contributing to the specific 'CAST' project, which focuses on advocacy and support for the Global WASH cluster. The successful candidate will be responsible for organizing the project definition, overseeing its implementation, and ensuring strategic and operational management. This role requires a proactive approach to project development and support, with a focus on achieving specific objectives related to the CAST initiative.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The Chef·fe de Projets Technique will have a comprehensive set of responsibilities, including:

• Defining and coordinating the 'Field Support Team' project, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Organizing the project definition process, taking charge of or supporting the implementation phases.
• Leading the project management efforts, focusing on both strategic and operational aspects.
• Supporting the development of specific projects under the CAST initiative, ensuring effective collaboration with stakeholders.
• Engaging in regular monitoring and evaluation of project progress, making necessary adjustments to meet objectives.
• Collaborating with other teams and departments to ensure integrated approaches to project delivery.
• Representing ACF in relevant forums and meetings, advocating for the organization's mission and objectives.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates must possess approximately 10 years of experience in the humanitarian sector, particularly in WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) contexts. Significant experience in humanitarian coordination roles, especially within cluster coordination, is essential. Familiarity with multi-donor humanitarian project management, including project cycles, proposal writing, narrative and financial reporting, and logframes, is required. Knowledge of humanitarian coordination systems and clusters, including UN mechanisms and networks, is crucial. Experience in managing international deployments, including administrative aspects such as contracting, visas, security clearances, and insurance, is advantageous. Additionally, experience in human resources management, including recruitment and consultant contracting, is beneficial.

Educational Background:
A relevant educational background is required, typically in fields related to humanitarian assistance, project management, or a related discipline. Advanced degrees or certifications in these areas may be preferred, reflecting the complexity and demands of the role.

Experience:
The position requires a substantial level of experience, specifically around 10 years in the humanitarian sector, with a strong emphasis on WASH-related roles and cluster coordination. Candidates should have a proven track record of managing complex projects in challenging environments, demonstrating leadership and strategic thinking capabilities.

Languages:
Fluency in both written and spoken English is mandatory for this position. Proficiency in additional languages, particularly French, is considered an asset, enhancing communication within diverse teams and with stakeholders.

Additional Notes:
The employment status for this position is Integrated Executive – Fixed-term contract (CDD) – Full-time. The role is based in Montreuil (Seine-Saint-Denis), with a salary range of €46,000 to €57,000 gross annually, depending on experience. Additional benefits include a seniority bonus after three years of service, 25 days of annual leave, and 21 RTT days. Health coverage is provided, with 80% of costs covered by ACF. There are provisions for salary maintenance during illness, maternity, and paternity leave. Transportation allowances cover 50% of the commuting costs, and meal vouchers are partially funded by the organization. Remote work is permitted from metropolitan territory, with mandatory in-office presence for 10 days per year and collective meetings up to three days per month. Training opportunities include unlimited access to the Talentsoft e-learning platform. ACF is committed to inclusivity and actively combats discrimination.